prehistoric

== English == === Alternative forms === pre-historic === Etymology === From pre- (“before”) +‎ historic, q.v., similar to slightly earlier ante-historic. === Pronunciation === Rhymes: -ɒɹɪk === Adjective === prehistoric (comparative more prehistoric, superlative most prehistoric) (properly) Of or relating to the epoch before written record. Synonym: ante-historic (inexact or humorous) Ancient; very old, outdated, etc. Synonym: antediluvian ==== Derived terms ==== ==== Related terms ==== prehistory ==== Descendants ==== French: préhistorique ==== Translations ==== === See also === precontact